File #: RS2024-858   
Type: Resolution Status: Passed
File created: 10/28/2024 In control: Metropolitan Council
On agenda: 11/7/2024 Final action: 11/12/2024
Title: A resolution recognizing The Downtown Presbyterian Church's 100th Waffle Shop event.
Sponsors: Jacob Kupin, David Benton, Burkley Allen, Terry Vo, Brenda Gadd, Delishia Porterfield, Emily Benedict, Clay Capp, Tom Cash, Thom Druffel, Tasha Ellis, Jeff Eslick, Quin Evans-Segall, Erin Evans, Sandy Ewing, Jennifer Gamble, Tonya Hancock, Deonte Harrell, Olivia Hill, Rollin Horton, Jordan Huffman, Courtney Johnston, Joy Smith Kimbrough, Antoinette Lee, Bob Nash, Sean Parker, Jeff Preptit, John Rutherford, Sandra Sepulveda, Jason Spain, Joy Styles, Brandon Taylor, Kyonzte Toombs, Jennifer Webb, Sheri Weiner, Ginny Welsch

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A resolution recognizing The Downtown Presbyterian Church’s 100th Waffle Shop event.

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WHEREAS, the Women of the Church committee hosted the first Waffle Shop fundraiser in 1924 at what was originally known as the First Presbyterian Church; and

WHEREAS, the women and other members of The Downtown Presbyterian Church have continued to host the Waffle Shop each year and on its 100th anniversary it has become Nashville’s longest-running nonprofit fundraiser; and

WHEREAS, over the past century, thousands of volunteers have given of their time and talents to support the Waffle Shop fundraiser; and

WHEREAS, for decades The Downtown Presbyterian Church has requested and received the enthusiastic support of downtown businesses, restaurants, retail shops, and more; and

WHEREAS, thousands of Nashville residents have attended Waffle Shop, many now bringing their children and grandchildren to a beloved holiday event; and

WHEREAS, for 100 years, and in a myriad of ways, proceeds from Waffle Shop have helped meet the needs of the less advantaged members of the Nashville community; and

WHEREAS, the 2024 Waffle Shop is dedicated to the members who founded The Downtown Presbyterian Church, committing to its historic preservation; and

WHEREAS, The Downtown Presbyterian Church presents the history of its Egyptian Revival Architecture through sanctuary tours and pipe organ performances during Waffle Shop; and

WHEREAS, The Downtown Presbyterian Church seeks to connect attendees with Nashville’s rich history and traditions; and

WHEREAS, the 100th Waffle Shop event will take place on Thursday, December 5, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Downtown Presbyterian Church, located at 154 Rep. John Lewis Way.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE METROPOLITAN GOVERNMENT OF NASHVILLE AND DAVIDSON COUNTY THAT:

Section 1. The Downtown Presbyterian Church’s members are recognized and congratulated for hosting their 100th Waffle Shop event.

Section 2. This Resolution shall take effect from and after its adoption, the welfare of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County requiring it.